(Photographed: Ted Evans of Emergency Foodshelf Network accepts a check from Austin Mutual's Stacy Olson Vice President - Marketing & Business Development)

Tis' the season to give!

With the holiday season amongst us, in lieu of sending holiday greeting cards the Austin Foundation is making a monetary donation to the Baskets of Hope Program which is a part of Emergency Foodshelf Network, Inc. also known as EFN.

The Baskets of Hope program distributes holiday meal packages to Twin Cities families that are in need. The holidays can be a stressful time for the less fortunate; struggling to pay bills and/or putting food on the table. Baskets of Hope give these families a sense of normalcy during the holidays allowing them to gather around the table with family for a traditional meal.

Austin continues to give back by helping those in need. It is a season of giving; and supporting local charities helps fulfill our commitment to make a difference.

Click here for more information on Emergency Food Shelf Network.